Spring had arrived by the time they reached the seaside. They still had no clue about Seeta. If they returned without the information, Prince Angad said Sugreeva would be angry and would kill him. He decided to fast unto death. When the Prince fasted, how could the others eat? They all sat in despair waiting […]
When Hanuman was leaving Kishkindha, Rama gave him a ring so that Seeta might know that he came as a messenger from Rama. The bond between Rama and Hanuman was so strong that Rama was sure Hanuman would find Seeta. However, as the days passed, there was no sign of Seeta anywhere and the vanara
Sugreeva became King of Kishkindha and made Angad Crown Prince. The rainy season had arrived. After the coronation celebrations, everybody relaxed. Sugreeva was living a life of comfort after a long time, so he lost all idea of restraint and enjoyed himself in lavish living. Rama was waiting for him to fulfil his part of
Vaali was a great warrior. He was stunned that Rama had shot him while hiding behind a tree. As he lay dying, Rama and Lakshmana came up to him. The dying Vaali looked at Rama and asked him, “You are a warrior and a prince, renowned for your right conduct. Why have you killed me
A strange artifact was found in Baghdad, Iraq, which later came to be known as the Baghdad Battery. This 2,000-year-old artifact has an undeniable resemblance to today’s batteries. It is a 6-inch clay vase with an inner copper cylinder and a central iron rod. When a model of the battery was made in the lab
Sugreeva was thoroughly upset. He accused Rama of not wanting to kill Vaali. But Rama had a genuine reason for not being able to shoot. Vaali and Sugreeva were exactly alike in height and build and wore the same dress and ornaments. So, it was difficult to tell them apart. Rama asked Lakshmana to fetch
Polish have unique customs that are followed after a person has passed away. Do you know: When someone dies, the clocks in that household are stopped. The doors and the windows are left wide open in the house of the deceased so as to allow his soul to leave. Also, mirrors are covered and the
Sugreeva was terrified of Vaali’s strength. When Vaali killed demon Dundubhi, he had flung his carcass on Rishyamooka mountain, disturbing Matanga rishi’s meditation. The rishi cursed him, so he dared not come to the mountain. Now Sugreeva wanted to be sure that Rama was strong enough to deal with Vaali. Lakshmana realised this and told
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Near the Ural Mountains in Russia, there is a prehistoric archaeological site that dates back to the 17th century BC. The site, popularly known as Arkhaim, is a huge circular settlement with a diameter of 150 cm. It has a central square area with two circular walls around which were living quarters. No one knows
The Isneg people have specific burial rituals. These people live in the Cordillera Administrative Region, which is situated on a Filipino island known as Luzon. Do you know: The Isneg people are also known as the Apayo. Commonly known as the Apayao, the Isneg people have specific burial rituals after the rituals for the deceased
An unbreakable vow was sworn by Sugreeva and Rama to seal their friendship and alliance. Hanuman lit a fire as witness to the vow, as was customary. Sugreeva called for a bundle that had been found in the forest. Seeta had dropped her jewels as Ravan had fled with her, and the monkeys, finding some
When there was no sign of Vaali, Sugreeva was crowned King. But Vaali returned. He thought Sugreeva had been trying to kill him and take his place as King. He was furious with Sugreeva for sealing him in the cave and accused him of wanting his kingdom. He chased Sugreeva out and took over the
Vaali and Sugreeva were brothers, deeply attached to each other. Vaali’s anger and Sugreeva’s haste had caused a great rift in the affection of the two brothers. Vaali was a very strong, powerful king, but he was extremely impulsive. He had once been challenged by a demon, Mayavi. During the combat, Mayavi fled into a